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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1918
Page
8
Thomas Williams was taken to Deaconess hospital Monday ill with pneumonia. Mrs. J D Brown of Central Street left Thursday morning to visit her son Joseph at his home on New Road in Connecticut.
Misa Margaret Sullivan a Red Cross nurse from Framingham died in the past week at Camp Devens from the Spanish influenza. She was well known in town and had often visited. Miss Geen, recently in service at Devens, contracted the disease while caring for sick soldiers. Friends extend sympathy to Sullivan’s parents who are grief stricken. Wallis Ford left Tuesday for a two week stay with relatives in Fall River.
The influenza outbreak grows daily with many families affected and no deaths yet. Boston Harness Co reports over 45 employees out last week as new cases appear daily. Schools closed briefly then reopen with many pupils still absent. Authorities urge caution to curb spread.
Public auction on October 18 1918 at 3 PM for a 3 acre parcel on the Cambridge Turnpike in Concord described by deed from Mill Brook Farm dated 1912. Sale requires $100 down and balance in ten days with taxes and liens to be paid. Julia S Ferris as mortgagee, attorney William J Barry.
Govemment limits on paper supply strain small town paper The Enterprise reports increased circulation across five towns despite missed news and ads and urges readers to place orders with their newsdealer to ensure weekly copies.
A quote contrasts science focusing on stars and parasites with art and religion exploring mankind and eternal themes. The passage, attributed to Dallas Love Sharp in Atlantic, frames science as technical and universal ideas while art and religion pursue dream, romance, and human defeat.
The article asserts that true friendship comes from being a friend first and serving others. It warns that focusing on self and personal plans leads to few friends, as seen in a girl who centers on herself and fails to grasp friendship’s meaning.
Words urge youth to plan organize ambition and daily effort toward fulfillment. Success may seem delayed but comes to those who prepare. A student’s note over the desk proclaims I will study and get ready and my chance will come.
A judge cautions that speeding through city streets wastes time and increases risk. In the long run motorists gain little by aggressive running, and may end up facing delays or penalties.
West Acton Be H Hall was on the sick list several days. Mr Stewart returned to work at Ayer after illness. Burton Hoar came home from Camp Devens with discharge for medical reasons. Miss Jennie Durkee vacationed in the White Mountains. Autos in central square carried kerosene signs. Allen Brooks enjoys a Boston vacation. M J Handley reports a fine apple crop selling well in Boston markets. Acton Grange fair set for Saturday at Acton Centre. George Lovelace of Boxboro gravely ill with pneumonia. Zeriice Lovelace back from Scotland reports to the Ayer draft board. D H Hall and A F Blanchard added to District 15 draft board. Miss Rose Goding of Stow dies of Spanish influenza. well known locally.
Parish mourns Rev P D Meagher curate of Maynard parish who led Mass at the church Sunday. Though not ill seriously, he was taken home by D R Kinsley with his father James Kingsley and died that evening. This follows another parish death within two weeks.
Amo Swanson of Boxboro, a Hudson machine shop employee, underwent a leg graft after a prior brake or growth issue. Taken to hospital by Dr Royal, doctors grafted bone from his other leg rather than amputation. He is recovering well, pleasing his family and friends.
Maynard Horace F. Bates chairs the new committee on Curtailment of Non Essential Building. George H. Creighton Arthur Croft and Bernard Corrigan join as members. The panel handles all permits for projects over 2 500 dollars. Government favors construction only of buildings deemed absolutely essential.
The 16 month old child of Mr and Mrs John Croft, Howard Vernon, died during the night from influenza and whooping cough. Marion, the next youngest of eight, lies critically ill and is not expected to live. The entire family, including the mother, has suffered influenza.
Sunday morning report notes Miss Adelaide Brown spoke at the M. B. church while several scholars are out of school with illness. Henry W. Rice hosted R. M. C. friend Lawrence Mathews. Rice is on vacation. A letter to Harold Butterfield’s mother says he is en route to France. The Unitarian church Alliance plans its annual sale and Columbus Day dinner on October 12.
A Sunday evening lectüre at the Sudbury town hall featured Miss Amey Bernardi of the Italian Embassy and E. Paul Vaselli of the Southern District of New York. Bernardi spoke in English and Italian about scenes in the Italian war zone, with personal observations and humor. Vaselli, in Boston after a busy day, urged residents to do their part for the war effort. A Red Cross collection raised a good sum as the audience, though small due to sickness, appreciated two distinguished speakers.
Marion Kennedy daughter of Officer Kennedy improves after illness. William White of Boston visited the city yesterday. Harry McCarthy of Marlboro Gas Co. is on vacation. Gordon Starrett attended a soldier's funeral in Sudbury. William Spearer confined at home with grip. John H. McBride traveled to Boston for hospital treatment. Mrs. Gadbois and two children ill with grip on Washington Street. Thomas Hurley contracted to build a storehouse for Koehler Mfg Co. Nellie Arnaud visiting son Raymond in Keene. Mr and Mrs Arthur Brown welcomed a daughter. E C Hall resumed work on New Haven line after Maine vacation. Piper stock moved to White Sign Co shop while Piper serves in government. William Fahey recovering from Spanish influenza. Tuesday club opening at Mrs Robert Frye's home next Tuesday. Marriage license filed for Eugene Nelson and Rudolphine Boire. Adolph Blanchette discharged from accident institution.
Mrs Lizzie Lawrence stops at S D Perrys. Mr Hawes hosts his mother for a few days. Mrs Lillian L Hunt was at home last week. Red Cross supplies arrived and women met at Mrs Luman Parmenter. Mr and Mrs Loring Puffer were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs W M Parmenter. Roger and Abel Cutting ill with Spanish influenza. Arthur and Roger Thompson ill but now able to be out. Mrs P J McManus at home near the hospital with twin boys. Mr and Mrs L E Hawes and Roy visited Amherst as Roy prepares for college.
William Stiles of Meriden died September 20 after pneumonia during military service begun at Camp Devens. He was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. P Stiles, a Tufts graduate, Methodist church member, and a respected local youth. Funeral services at the Methodist church included Rev. Clarke, Felch, and Davis with military honors and floral tributes.
The first Woman's club gathering met Wednesday in the town hall due to fuel conservation needs. Mrs. Baker of Concord spoke on war work including furlough houses for French and British troops, babies aid, and other efforts. Sherbet and cookies were served. 100 members are enrolled with many on the waiting list.
Letters have been received from Charles Goodnow in the hospital and from Roland Maton and Maurice White. The mail took over a month to reach here and to return, so soldiers received many letters at once but are glad to have them though they wish for more frequent arrivals. Mrs. Henry Way was summoned to her son Joseph at Hyde Park due to Mrs. Way’s illness.
The text argues real riches lie in sacrificing for others not in wealth. It contrasts enviable riches with empty wealth and emphasizes mastering the art of giving up for others to become truly rich.
The name Algernon traces to als Gernon or Gernon meaning William with the Whiskers. It was first used for a crusading Percy knight named William, nicknamed Whiskers by fellow knights. The name persisted in the Percy family to the present, with a duke of one era noted as Percy.
Roger Shaw visited town on Sunday. Many residents ill with Spanish influenza. Acton Agricultural fair set for Saturday afternoon and evening. Mrs Ellis of Orl Cape Cod visits Miss W Baxter. Mrs Ellis hosts Mrs John Edwards and her son from Gloucester. Parlin siblings sick. Dr Tasker attending. Proctor harvests Gravestein apples 68 bushels from one tree. Moonlit nights expected if clouds avoid harvesting period. Dr and Mrs Robbins return from vacation to Malden. Mr and Mrs Frank Putney visit Cyrus P Pickard on Bar Harbor trip to Georgia. Mrs Fitz and Mrs Kempt visit Mr and Mrs J Arthur Wayne.
Mrs Fannie Ann Fowle passed away Tuesday of last week. Prayer services were held at 11 30 a m Friday at her home led by Rev Robertson of the Congregational church. The body lay in state at Woodlawn cemetery Everett before funeral rites and burial. Survived by one daughter Mrs Charles Baxter who lived with her.
Miss Helen Biery of Lawrence visited Miss Mildred Gerrity last week. Miss Sadie Burke returned from a two week visit with friends in Worcester. Miss Jennie O'Neil and Mr and Mrs James Mann of Malden were guests of Mr and Mrs Matthew Stienman.
Private John K. Crossley, aged 18, home on furlough to Broadview Farm with his parents, has re joined in New Haven undergoing treatment after being gassed in June. He enlisted before age 16 in the 6th Massachusetts Infantry and served in the 104th Regiment. His return was cheered by friends as he recounts life in trenches and wartime experiences to local 8th graders.
Mr and Mrs Harry A Douglass plan to leave town as he takes a lucrative new post in Cambridge. Douglass resigns from the Reformatory where he earned many friends and was active in Home Guards as second lieutenant. Mrs Douglass will stay two weeks to close the house.
The article notes John M Browning crafted his first gun at thirteen noting it was not a machine gun. It asserts Browning invented more firearms than ten other men, highlighting his historic prominence in arms development.
A dialogue reveals a club rivalry where one member, Pillson, is said to have greater tenure. The exchange shows humor and encouragement as a newer member contemplates acceptance and success.
The article notes tambourine and castanets as inseparable in modern Spanish dances and claims they were paired as accompaniment in amorous and Indian dances in ancient Carthage, Athens, and Rome long before Christianity.
Fragmentary quote discusses dedication to country with emphasis on service and duty. The line mentions Rutherford B. without clear context or full attribution, limiting concrete details.
Mungo Bain learns his nephew William Bain of Dorchester has died from influenza. Fred and Mrs Moore of Worcester visited Michael Nee and his wife Mill Street. Rev John Killion leads St Bridgets parish with Rev John Moore as assistant until a pastor is named. Registrars add four names to the voting list. four Maynard soldiers become absentee voters for November elections.
A large Monday evening gathering supported a plan to end Christmas gifts to every Maynard man in service. Hundreds of tickets were sold. Lt J A Clark of the Princess Pat Canadian Regiment urged Liberty Bonds and war effort support, praising home gifts to soldiers. Miss Laura Gault performed dances to lively Colonial orchestra. Volunteers aimed to raise 150 for a five dollar present per soldier with help from Mae Nelson and others. Whist followed with refreshments served by Mrs Edward Carlton and a group of ladies.
John Shea age 60 died in Bangor after a long neuritis illness. He spent his boyhood in May yard and is survived by his mother Mrs Hannah Shea, a sister Mrs George Creighton and brothers Peter Shea and P H Shea of Oldtown. Body brought here Tuesday evening. requiem Mass at St Bridget's Church and interment in St Bridget's Cemetery. Pallbearers were James Coughlan P J Sullivan P H Murphy and George McCormack.
Walter J Morse age 78 died Monday at his Leominster home after a general breakdown due to advanced age. He had been an invalid for five years. Survived by sons Charles Leominster Clarence Sterling Junction and others in Maynard. Funeral at his home this afternoon with interment in Leominster cemetery. Members from Maynard attended.
Necolay Kochum, a Russian, died at a Waltham hospital Tuesday afternoon from influenza. He had been admitted Monday after boarding at 22 Acton Street and was about 43 years old.
A Liberty Bond display at M. B. Church druggist shows an ambulance wreck scene with Private Guyer Fowler of the French Army, the shattered ambulance, and a torn flag that flew until German shells struck it. The display holds local interest for its vivid image of wartime sacrifice.
The Antlers club in Maynard Wis opened new rooms in Cooperative block Summer street and elected officers Tuesday evening with Arthur J. Coughlan as president and Albert J. Smith as vice president. Directors include John Connors William Scully and others.
The Four Aces club will host a Monday evening dance at Cooperative hall with proceeds going to a Christmas fund for Maynanmdi soldiers. The group has previously held popular dances and aims to bring holiday cheer to service members.
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